Keith Bynum, renowned for his role on HGTV’s “Bargain Block,” has sparked excitement among fans with a recent hint that a new television project may be in the works. The designer, who co-hosted “Bargain Block” alongside partner Evan Thomas for five successful seasons, responded to a fan’s comment on Instagram, suggesting that fans might soon see the couple back on screen.
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In a post showcasing his artistic talent, Bynum shared images of him painting an elaborate mural for a client, accompanied by the caption, “Had a great time mural-ing for one of my favourite clients!! Can’t wait for y’all to see this house finished!!” The post generated a wave of positive feedback, including numerous comments from fans expressing their desire for the couple to return to television.
One enthusiastic fan remarked, “You’re amazing!! You guys NEED a new show,” to which Bynum intriguingly replied, “Y’all might just get your wish 😮.” The burgeoning excitement among fans was further amplified by additional comments, with many expressing their longing for another series featuring Bynum and Thomas.
Adding credence to the speculation, the couple recently shared supportive content on their social media, including a repost of a photo that Thomas uploaded to his Instagram Stories. The image showcased a camera crew pointing towards him, accompanied by the caption, “I spy a camera guy…” This subtle hint at potential filming has left followers wondering about what may come next.
The buzz surrounding a new project comes almost a year after “Bargain Block” was abruptly cancelled following its fifth season. Last June, Bynum and Thomas announced the end of their fan-favourite show via Instagram, which saw the couple collaborating with real estate agent Shea Hicks-Whitfield to refurbish abandoned homes in the Detroit area.
In an exclusive interview, the couple disclosed that the cancellation came as a shock to them, having received notice in February 2022. Bynum elaborated on how they were forced to reassess their business, NINE Design + Homes, in light of the unexpected news. “Six months ago, our entire business was literally derailed,” he stated, explaining how their revenue was heavily reliant on their television contracts.
The abrupt cancellation of “Bargain Block,” he recalled, left them unprepared. “We were just not in a place at all to prepare for that,” Bynum admitted, describing the experience as disheartening for business owners reliant on the success of their show.
After announcing the show’s cancellation, Bynum found the release of pent-up frustration to be cathartic. “Announcing it helped release a lot of the anger that we had felt for months following [the news],” he said. He later reflected that sharing their journey helped him cope with the emotional aftermath, admitting, “I’m glad I did because what it did is it helped me get my anger out of me.”
The surprising cancellation of “Bargain Block” was part of a wider trend of show cancellations from HGTV last year, which also included popular programmes like “Christina on the Coast,” “Married to Real Estate,” and “Farmhouse Fixer.” With the recent hints of a potential new show, fans have renewed hope for more content featuring Bynum and Thomas.
As the couple navigates their next steps in the television landscape, the anticipation of a new project has excited viewers eager to see them back in action. Whether this budding speculation leads to a confirmed series remains to be seen, but for now, fans can only wait and watch closely for further announcements from the duo.